BYD has put together an appealing package with its seventh European model. On paper, the drive, battery, charging capacity and price promise an attractive electric car. But can the Sealion 7 also impress on the road?
Updated Genesis GV70 gets a Tesla NACS connector and bigger battery
The Genesis Electrified GV70 has always been a bit of a dark horse in the electric SUV race. Stylish, powerful, and comfortable, it somehow hasn’t quite captured the spotlight like some of its Hyundai Motor Group siblings. But with the release of the 2026 model, Genesis hopes that embracing Tesla’s charging technology will turn its fortunes around. One of the… Read more…
Demak Polymers achieves key certification automotive industry quality standards
Demak Polymers, part of Italian industrial and automotive manufacturing company Demak Group, has received International Automotive Task Force (IATF) 16949:2016 certification, a key benchmark for quality standards in the automotive industry. “We are thrilled to receive the IATF certification, which solidifies our position as a trusted partner in the automotive industry,” said Maurizio Gastaldi, CEO… Read more…
Microchip launches IGBT 7 power devices for electric vehicles
US semiconductor supplier Microchip Technology has introduced a portfolio of IGBT 7 devices in different packages, multiple topologies and current and voltage ranges for power applications in More Electric Aircraft (MEA) as well as solar inverters and commercial and agricultural vehicles. The lower on-state IGBT voltage (Vce), improved antiparallel diode (lower Vf) and increased current… Read more…
ABL offers DC charging station that complies with calibration law
German wallbox manufacturer ABL has added the first DC charging station to its product portfolio. The product comes from Spanish parent company Wallbox Chargers, but was specially developed for the markets in the DACH region. Read more…
Genesis reveals 2026 Electrified GV70 SUV
Genesis has presented the redesigned 2026 Electrified GV70 SUVs on the sidelines of the LA Auto Show. The brand is opening four new retail facilities, bringing its total to 60 retail facilities in just three years. Read more…
DKV Mobility integrates UK fast chargers from the Motor Fuel Group
The German mobility service provider DKV Mobility and the Motor Fuel Group (MFG) have entered into a partnership. From now on, DKV Mobility customers will have access to 1,590 charging points connected to the charging network of the largest independent petrol station operator in the UK. Read more…
Rivian’s CEO Thinks It Can Be Besties With Scout
Plus, Lucid isn’t scared of tax credits going away and Lotus abandons its all-EV approach. Read more…
Jaguar previews its first electric model
The dawn of a new age for Jaguar is here, but the change is not happening without kicking up some controversy. The famous British car manufacturer has embarked on a brave rebranding strategy before launching its new lineup. This new brand identity sparked a debate among enthusiasts and industry experts. The company’s latest ad campaign features a high-contrast color palette… Read more…
Rivian CEO says plenty room for Scout and Rivian to coexist after partnership
Rivian and VW have recently opened a partnership, despite the brands have very similar upcoming electric adventure vehicles with the Rivian R2 and VW Scout. But at a roundtable discussion with Rivian’s CEO RJ Scaringe, he said there’s more than enough room for the brands to coexist with each other. Read more…
Lake Tahoe getting hydrofoil electric ferry as Candela lands major deal
Candela, the Swedish electric boat maker known for its hydrofoil recreational boats and commercial ferries, is grabbing headlines yet again. This time the company is announcing a new C-series funding round and the first P-12 electric ferry headed to the US. Read more…
Lucid (LCID) teases Jaguar over its upcoming +$100,000 ultra-luxury EV
Lucid (LCID) teased Jaguar after the British automaker previewed its “Dramatic” upcoming ultra-luxury EV model. The shade comes as Jaguar prepares to launch a series of all-electric luxury EV models priced over $100,000. Read more…
LIND is combining the artistry of crafting surfboards with modern electric drivetrains
A young marine electric mobility specialist called LIND is delivering a fresh take on watersports by combining the art of surfboard design with sustainability. LIND’s flagship electric surfboard, called Canvas, has hit the market and is the first of what LIND promises to be a series of “game-changing boards.”. Read more…
Geothermal cooperation: BASF flirts with geothermal energy, Vulcan with lithium plant
Vulcan and BASF have signed a letter of intent to investigate the use of geothermal energy at the chemical company’s Ludwigshafen site. While BASF is interested in geothermal energy, Vulcan is focussing on the extraction of lithium from deep geothermal energy. Read more…
Mitsubishi Corporation invests in Ample
Mitsubishi Corporation, a Japanese trading and investment company independent of the car manufacturer Mitsubishi Motors, is investing 25 million US dollars in Ample, a provider of a battery swap solution for electric vehicles. Read more…
2025 Porsche Taycan GTS First Drive: An EV That’s Maybe Too Fast
The 690-hp EV is more powerful than the previous Turbo. It’s hard to find a road where you can take advantage of it. Read more…
BMW Builds First Neue Klasse Pre-Production Prototypes In Hungary
The new plant in Debrecen will begin large-scale production of an iX3 replacement in 2025. Read more…
UK: Government sticks to 2030 ICE phase-out plan
UK government officials met with British carmakers to discuss how the latter can meet their ZEV targets this year and after. As the year draws to a close, carmakers fear that they won’t meet the targets and suffer financial consequences. Moreover, the UK Department of Transport says it will publish concrete plans to move the ICE phase-out to 2030 soon. Read more…
Ebusco raises 36 million euros in capital increase
The ailing bus manufacturer Ebusco has realised proceeds of 36 million euros with the share issue. The CEO describes this financial injection as ‘essential for the continued existence of the company’ – and now wants to further reorganise Ebusco. Read more…
Mullen to deliver its Mullen One to California universities
US manufacturer Mullen has received an order from two California Universities for the Mullen One, its Class 1 commercial EV cargo van. Following orders from three universities on the US East Coast, Mullen sees surging interest in clean mobility on US college campuses. Read more…
